Serving 232 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Oberlin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Oberlin Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Oberlin, KS, covering approximately 832.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 16.5 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 24.6 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oberlin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oberlin Elementary School's student population of 232 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
232 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oberlin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oberlin Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#572 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
77%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oberlin Elementary School's ranking?
Oberlin Elementary School is ranked #572 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Oberlin Elementary School?
232 students attend Oberlin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Oberlin Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oberlin Elementary School?
Oberlin Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oberlin Elementary School offer ?
Oberlin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oberlin Elementary School part of?
Oberlin Elementary School is part of Oberlin School District.
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